Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - CHC

Vibra Travels•Plano, TX

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant performs occupational therapy treatments and related duties assigned by an Occupational Therapist. The role helps patients reach their maximum performance and participate in society while living within the limits of their capabilities. Therapy is provided under the direction and supervision of an Occupational Therapist, in accordance with state law. The position serves adult and geriatric patients ages 18 and over in a long-term acute care facility. The assistant supports evaluations and treatment, observes and documents patient responses and progress, maintains records, submits patient charges, and assists with departmental equipment and care. The role also contributes to staff training, in-service programs, continuing education, compliance, safety, patient safety, performance improvement, and protection of patient health information. The position requires state licensure, basic computer skills, and the ability to meet the described physical demands. Hospital experience is preferred. Employees must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have an approved medical or religious accommodation.

Requirements

Licensed to work by the Board of Occupational Therapy in the state of employment.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals; compute rates, ratios, and percentages; and draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Knowledge of basic computer skills.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
Fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have an approved medical or religious accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Hospital experience.

Responsibilities

Provide occupational therapy treatments and services as ordered by the physician and directed by the Occupational Therapist, or in the Occupational Therapist’s absence.
Provide care for adult or geriatric patients aged 18 and over.
Assist the Occupational Therapist with tests, evaluations, and complex treatment procedures.
Observe, record, and report patient conditions, reactions, and responses to the established treatment plan.
Maintain daily treatment-session records and document patient progress notes.
Assist the Occupational Therapist in consulting with family members, physicians, and other healthcare professionals as appropriate.
Assist with the care of the occupational therapy department and its equipment.
Assist the Occupational Therapist with in-service programs and other assigned meetings.
Submit accurate patient charges in a timely manner.
Conduct or participate in training medical and nursing personnel and other workers in occupational therapy techniques and objectives.
Attend scheduled staff meetings, in-services, and training programs.
Participate in continuing education programs for self-development.
Follow the Hospital Compliance Plan and report violations or suspected violations to the Compliance Officer.
Demonstrate professional conduct and comply with hospital and departmental policies and procedures, including the attendance policy.
Follow measures to prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens and participate in the Hazardous Material Program.
Comply with established safety and patient safety practices.
Perform other incidental and related duties as required or assigned.
Recognize patient abuse and follow policy for appropriate referrals and interventions.
Understand and participate in Performance Improvement activities.
Limit access to protected health information to what is reasonably necessary for work, share it only on a need-to-know basis, and use assigned, controlled computer access.